This webinar explored how AI is rapidly shaping humanitarian work, drawing on findings from the January 2026 Humanitarian AI pulse survey. Speakers discussed where AI is creating value, the risks and gaps emerging around governance and readiness, and the need for collective action to ensure responsible, locally led, and accountable AI adoption.
Host
Ka Man Parkinson, Communications and Marketing Lead, Humanitarian Leadership Academy
Speakers:
- Rebecca Chandiru, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator at the Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team ESA Hub
- Liz Devine, Head of Program Technical Team, GOAL Global
- Lucy Hall, Research and MEAL Lead, Humanitarian Leadership Academy
- Madigan Johnson, Head of Communications, Data Friendly Space
- Timi Olagunju, Policy expert, lawyer, and governance strategist, The Timeless Practice
- Nayid Orozco Bohorquez, Chief Product Officer, Data Friendly Space